Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)

PCORI intends to release a Phased Large Awards for Comparative Effectiveness Research (PLACER) PFA seeking to fund high-quality patient-centered CER projects that will address critical decisions faced by patients, families, caregivers and the broader health and healthcare community and for which there is insufficient evidence. Learn more in an upcoming town hall! https://pcori.me/3YXMwsd

Your unique perspective — whether from professional expertise, personal healthcare experiences or both — can help transform how we approach patient-centered CER. PCORI is seeking experienced and inclusive voices for five multidisciplinary advisory panels. Apply now to help guide our research funding priorities and advance our mission to help people make informed healthcare decisions: https://pcori.me/4fDsREP

Search a repository of PCORI-funded comparative clinical effectiveness research studies, as well as projects that seek to encourage engagement in research, disseminate and implement PCORI-funded research findings, improve the nation's capacity to conduct patient-centered CER and more. Explore PCORI's portfolio here: https://pcori.me/3YZjZlP

The final report for the systematic review on tethered spinal cord syndrome, developed in collaboration with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, is now available. ?? Key finding: The report includes findings related to MRI for diagnosis, surgical detethering as treatment, prophylactic surgery and more. However, stronger research designs are needed to build a more robust evidence base for diagnosis and treatment decisions. Read the full systematic review: https://pcori.me/4fWpSaC

Join PCORI for an information-rich webinar on the Cycle 1 2025 Advancing the Science of Engagement in Research PCORI Funding Announcement, which seeks to fund studies that build an evidence base on engagement in research! ?? Dec. 6 ? Noon (ET) ?? https://pcori.me/3OeGM8k

Get early alerts about potential disruptions in health care with PCORI's free, interactive scanning system! The PCORI Health Care Horizon Scanning System identifies and monitors developing innovations with the potential to affect health care. This resource offers healthcare decision makers findings about advancements in 6 key areas of interest. Learn more: https://pcori.me/3zTElVk

PCORI has developed 6 foundational expectations—building blocks for meaningful, effective, and sustainable engagement with patients, communities, and other partners in research. Researchers and partners should address each of these expectations when: ?? Applying for PCORI funding. ?? Developing a project plan and engagement plan for awarded projects. ?? Reflecting on engagement during a project to improve and strengthen engagement over time. Learn more: https://pcori.me/3XoNiO3

Stay Current with PCORI’s "News Hub" ?? Get easy access to all PCORI updates in one central location. PCORI’s “News Hub” connects you with the latest funding opportunities, upcoming events and results from PCORI-funded research and research-related projects. Browse the latest news: https://pcori.me/3URBzXP

PCORI's latest Emerging Health Care Innovation Brief spotlights healthcare developments ranging from artificial intelligence advances to improved hearing accessibility solutions. Additional highlights include the FDA’s plans to address IV shortages caused by Hurricane Helene and the concerns over Alzheimer’s care following the recent discontinuation of a therapy option. Topics to watch include: ?? Parkinson’s disease (PD): Tavapadon, an experimental oral dopamine receptor, shows promise in managing motor symptoms of PD. ??Schizophrenia: Xanomeline plus trospium chloride (Cobenfy) emerges as the first new drug approved by the FDA in decades. Read more: https://pcori.me/3AGsGJR

Access the 2024 PCORI Annual Meeting Anytime, Anywhere! Dive into groundbreaking discussions from the nation's leading forum on patient-centered CER, now available for viewing at your convenience. Every session from this event is just a click away. https://pcori.me/3Amztbz #PCORI24